Learn Korean in Japan

Hello to our wonderful Japanese learners at Starbank Daeppang! 🌟

As Japan represents one of our largest communities of learners, we deeply understand the challenges you face when learning Korean. Today, let’s explore these challenges and see how Starbank Daeppang can help you master Korean effectively.

1. Differences Between Japanese and Korean 📝

Korean and Japanese share similarities, such as grammar structure (Subject-Object-Verb), but there are important differences as well:

• Pronunciation: Japanese has fewer vowel and consonant sounds, making pronunciation tricky in Korean.
• Grammar Particles: While similar in structure, particles like 은/는, 이/가 differ in subtle yet significant ways, causing confusion.

2. Common Difficulties for Japanese Learners 💡

Japanese speakers often struggle with:

• Pronunciation of Certain Sounds: The Korean consonants like ㄹ (R/L), ㅓ (eo), and ㅡ (eu) are challenging.
• Honorific Levels (존댓말): Korean honorific language is more nuanced and often different from Japanese keigo, causing difficulty in natural conversation.
• False Cognates and Loanwords: Words that look similar in both languages but have different meanings, such as ‘약속 (yakusoku)’ meaning “promise” in Korean, can mislead learners.

3. Misleading Information in Japan 🇯🇵❌

In Japan, some Korean language materials may offer inaccurate or outdated explanations. This incorrect information can lead learners to misunderstand grammar rules and develop habits that are hard to correct later.

4. How Starbank Daeppang Solves These Issues ✅

At Starbank Daeppang, our courses are specifically crafted by experienced teachers from Gangnam, Korea’s top education district. We deeply understand what global learners—including Japanese students—need. Our situation-based curriculum is practical, easy-to-follow, and guarantees accurate and reliable Korean learning:

• Authentic and Precise: Made by top instructors from Gangnam, Seoul.
• Practical Usage: Teaches useful expressions for daily life.
• Tailored for Global Learners: Designed with a clear understanding of international learners’ challenges.

4. Example Sentences for Better Understanding 🗨️

When Japanese speakers learn Korean, relating to familiar concepts helps. For example:

• Japanese: これはいくらですか？(How much is this?)
  Korean Equivalent: 이거 얼마예요?
• Japanese: トイレはどこですか？ (Where is the bathroom?)
  Korean Equivalent: 화장실 어디에 있어요?

Learning these simple but useful expressions will greatly enhance your Korean conversation skills!

4. Exciting Update at Starbank Daeppang 🚀

Currently, our courses are primarily taught in English, but we’re thrilled to announce that Japanese subtitles are coming soon! You will soon be able to learn accurate Korean expressions with ease and clarity using Japanese subtitles provided in our lessons.

Example Sentences in Korean & Japanese to Help Understanding 🗣️

• English: “I want to buy a concert ticket.”
  Korean: 콘서트 티켓을 사고 싶어요.
  Japanese: コンサートのチケットを買いたいです。
• English: “Can you help me, please?”
  Korean: 도와주실 수 있어요?
  Japanese: 手伝っていただけますか？

🌟 No Worries! Japanese Subtitles Are Coming Soon!

Currently, Starbank Daeppang courses are taught in English, but we’re excited to announce that Japanese subtitles will be added very soon, making your Korean learning journey smoother and more effective.

⭐ Learn Korean Anywhere, Anytime

Stay connected, learn accurately, and don’t let misinformation slow down your progress. With Starbank Daeppang, you have Korea’s top teachers at your fingertips.

Happy Learning! 함께 한국어를 잘 배워봅시다! 🎉